Archive for March 2020
COVID-19 Adjustments Continue
The Pacific Cup Yacht Club has taken their preparation seminars online.
New Girl on the Block
Wilbur Spaul achieved a significant milestone in his bid to sail the smallest boat to Hawaii: In February, he chainsawed the 8-ft Chubby Girl into pieces and tossed them into a dumpster.
Should We Be Sailing? How Sailors Are Trimming Their Sails
Sailors are trying to sort out how to adjust their sails to the new world of sailing.
This Is Not the Year to Sail to Tahiti
Cruising to the South Pacific is not advised in 2020.
Who Needs Some Good News?
Latitude Nation — We were going to publish some good news this morning, but unfortunately, it was canceled due to the ongoing pandemic.
We’re not sure when it’s appropriate to start making jokes and try to carve out some sliver of normalcy in our lives. More »
Coast Guard Removes Long-Grounded Boat from Hawaiian Shores
A boat that had gone aground on the Big Island of Hawaii more than a month ago has finally been removed, according to the Coast Guard.
On Tuesday, Coast Guard contractors stabilized the Midway Island, a 63-ft fishing vessel, which appeared to have some sails rigged up. More »
Updates from Event Organizers
"The April 4th Wheeler Regatta has been canceled, and the 2020 Great Vallejo Race is officially postponed until October 10-11. We have yet to make a final decision on the April 18th Lightship…"
Carpinteria Dory: Traditional Hand Crafted Boats
We build traditional hand crafted boats. Our boats are hand built from wood and customized to your preferences, as functional as they are beautiful.
Go Virtual Sailing — for Free
"During the virus crisis, we're joining forces with sailonline.org to hold a purely entertaining virtual regatta series starting on Sunday, March 22."
Cruiser Updates from the South Pacific
Cruisers are still adjusting their sails to a new cruising reality across the Pacific and around the globe.
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